EPISODE · Nov 17, 2016 · 20 MIN
31-Science Teacher Ryan Mocarski Takes Self-Directed Learning to a Whole New Level
from James Sturtevant Hacking Engagement · host James Sturtevant
Ryan Mocarski has taught 8th-grade science for 8 years. His 2013 book the "Mocarski Model" demonstrates how to create a PBL-centered classroom that's paperless. He believes that if you create a positive classroom environment, all students are able to become academically and socially successful.That sounds like a pretty standard prescription...but his tactics are ground-breaking! Listen to this fascinating young teacher who fearlessly allows kids to DO NOTHING at times in his room! He also wears a suit and tie everyday!
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Ryan Mocarski has taught 8th-grade science for 8 years. His 2013 book the "Mocarski Model" demonstrates how to create a PBL-centered classroom that's paperless. He believes that if you create a positive classroom environment, all students are able to become academically and socially successful.That sounds like a pretty standard prescription...but his tactics are ground-breaking! Listen to this fascinating young teacher who fearlessly allows kids to DO NOTHING at times in his room! He also wears a suit and tie everyday!
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